March 13 // Tougher guidelines for short-term rentals discussed in House

Short-term rentals are growing astronomically. Short-term renters are people who rent out their property and book guests through so-called hosting platforms online. Web hosts such as Airbnb, HomeAway and VRBO don't automatically add sales tax to the total paid by guests. That responsibility is up to innkeepers, but many simply don't know the rules. A bill sponsored by House Majority Leader Bill Frick provides a road map to compliance. (WBAL-TV)